SnowBrains Podcast Ep. 73 | Dr. Ethan Greene – Director of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center This episode of the SnowBrains podcast is brought to you byย Club Med. Dr. Ethan Greene has been the Director of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) for almost 20 years and has worked with snow and avalanches since 1990. He has an undergraduate degree in Meteorology, a Master’s in Atmospheric Science, and a PhD in Geoscience, with over 45 publications […] Avalanche Podcast | December 3, 2024 0 Comments
12 Hacks for Saving Money During the Ski Season The holidays are here, and itโs the time of year when many people are being frugal with their money and trying to cut costs where possible. Everyone knows that skiing and snowboarding can be expensive, but with smart planning and budgeting, there are ways for significant savings for your next ski season. The biggest decision is where you want to […] Brains Gregg Frantz | December 3, 2024 0 Comments
ACL Tear Ends Marcel Hirscherโs Ski Racing Comeback Season Abruptly Marcel Hirscherโs comeback season ended rather abruptly after the Dutch-Austrian ski racer suffered a torn ligament during training on the Reiteralm, Austria, on Monday, December 2. The 35-year-old athlete had staged a comeback to the FIS Alpine World Cup circuit after five years of retirement this season. For the comeback, Hirscher had switched nationality and competed for the Netherlands, his […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | December 3, 2024 0 Comments
Tignes-Val d’Isere, France, Report: Superb Snow, Special Sundog, and Sunshine Report from Tuesday, December 3, 2024 Tignes received a refresh today with 4″ (10 cm) of fresh snow overnight.ย We were keen to see the difference the fresh snow made and headed out straight after breakfast to make the most of the day. The conditions were perfect againโblueย skies and sunshine, zero wind, and around 30ยบF. Yesterday’s report: Tignes, France, Report: Decent […] Conditions Report Steven Agar | December 3, 2024 0 Comments
Top 7 Sunniest Ski Resorts in America As much as the skier community craves deep, jaw-dropping powder days, itโs hard to deny the pure joy of bluebird days.ย There are few feelings that match cresting the top of a ski lift on a gorgeous blue sky day and seeing mountainous views surrounding you. Although, skiing down the run in that same setting may top it.ย Thatโs why […] Brains Riley McDonald | December 3, 2024 2 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: More Pow for New England | Up to 15″ New Snow Forecast completed 8 a.m. MT, Tuesday, December 3 Summary Things are looking up for Northeastern skiers & riders, with healthy recent snowfall and more on the way. Cold and unsettled weather continues this week. Pow skiing potential peaks on Thursday, but decent conditions should last into the weekend. A milder weather pattern develops in the long range. Short Term Forecast […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 3, 2024 0 Comments
Wasatch Mountains, UT, Report: The North Face of Mt. Superior in Cringy, Rock-Strewn Powder Snow Report from November 30, 2024 We went for Cardiac Ridge in the Wasatch Mountains, UT, on Saturday. The weather was warm and sunny with a slight breeze when we left the car around 9am. Up and over Cardiff Pass without incident. Across and down into the headwaters of Cardiff Fork. We gawked all around and there were quite few tracks […] Conditions Report Miles Clark | December 2, 2024 1 Comment
Andermatt, Switzerland, Draws U.S. Tourists with Swiss Charm & Sustainable Appeal Nestled in the Swiss Alps, Andermatt has become a magnet for American tourists, drawn not only by its pristine beauty but also by its commitment to sustainability and carbon neutrality. With the resortโs combination of quaint, fairy-tale charm and progressive environmental initiatives, itโs no wonder that Andermatt is gaining popularity, especially among eco-conscious travelers. Related: 10 Reasons You Should Take […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | December 2, 2024 0 Comments